Gleadell Street market

Updated advice on coronavirus (COVID-19)

Yarra Council is closely following the advice of the Victorian Department of Health and Human Services. 

Following the State Government's announcement to reinstate Stage 4 coronavirus (COVID19) restrictions we have decided that, as an essential service, the market will remain open during Stage 4 restrictions.

Markets are considered an essential service, as they are an important source of fresh produce for our community and support our local businesses.

We'll continue to provide updates on the market in the coming weeks as information becomes available.

Groceries only (No flowers, coffee or hot food)

The State Governments guidelines relating to 'markets' clearly state: ‘Markets for food only with strict enforcement of density obligations.’ 

The ongoing success and operation of the Gleadell Street Market must be considered as a whole and regrettably, this may result in some stallholders being restricted in what they can sell with Stage 4 restrictions in place. 

Items that will not be sold during Stage 4 include:

  • Flowers
  • Takeaway coffee
  • Hot food

Council has a responsibility to all stallholders and the community to provide a safe environment and abide by the directions of State Government.

Physical distancing

Physical distancing and other safety and hygiene measures will be in place to protect shoppers and local traders. This includes:

  • Providing hand sanitiser and hand washing facilities
  • Limiting the numbers of people in the market at any one time to maintain a 1.5 metre distance
  • Managing queues to allow ease of access
  • Using contactless payments where available at stalls
  • No coffee, tea, hot drinks or hot food sold during Stage 4 restrictions
  • Asking customers to not handle produce and wash thoroughly before eating

One person per household 

We encourage you to shop with purpose to protect yourself and the community while shopping at the market. Please consider this advice when planning your trip:  

  • Designate one person to do shopping (this is now mandatory - we will not allow couples or groups to shop together at the market due to Stage 4 restrictions).
  • Shop quickly, be efficient and plan ahead
  • If you have any symptoms or don’t feel well, don’t attend.

No mask, no market 

In line with State Government regulations, starting from Saturday 25 July, you must wear a mask when you shop the market.

  • A no-mask no-entry policy is now in place for the Gleadell Street Market
  • All stall holders and their staff will be wearing masks

Shop online

Some traders are offering home delivery or collection of their produce. If you would like to place an order in advance you can contact the trader directly using the information below.

Bluebay Cheese (stall 4)

Organic cow and goat milk cheeses, yoghurts, kefirs, probiotics.
Contact Andre: bluebaycheese@gmail.com or 0433 419 205.

Anna (stalls 14 and 15)

Fruit, vegetables, eggs, homemade jam and chutney. Free delivery! 
Contact: mancini14@bigpond.com.au or 0402 109 364.

Mr Fresh Foods (stalls 16 and 17)

Fruit, vegetables, eggs
Contact: orders@mrfreshfoods.com.au or 0402 616 661.
Website: www.mrfreshfoods.com.au and www.mrfresh.com.au

William Duff (stalls 18 and 19)

Eggs, honey.
Contact Scott 0466 947 798.

John Gordon (stalls 20 and 21)

Certified organic fruit and vegetables.
Contact John johnorganics@bigpond.com or 0403 586 425.

Maroun (stalls 22 to 25)

Peanut butter (crunchy and smooth) 500g.
Contact marount@ozemail.com.au or 0419 007 405.

Ross Tripodi (stalls 30 to 32)

Nuts, dried fruit, cheese, olives, confectionery, pre-prepared deli items and prepacked meat.
Contact rosstrip@hotmail.com or 0414 940 425.

Jim and Maria (stall 33)

Fresh free range poultry, meats, small goods, and deli.
Contact maria.papas@hotmail.com or 0413 441 863.

Farmer Dan (Stalls 34 and 35)

Grass Fed Beef, Lamb and Milk, Sausages, Eggs. Shop online for contactless delivery to Richmond. 
Contact www.wattleviewfarm.com.au

Fresh Fruit Express Pty Ltd (stalls 36 and 37)

Farm fresh produce: fruit and vegetables.
Contact ffxsalesmelb@gmail.com or 0411 180 102.
Visit the Fresh Fruit Express Facebook page.

Ange and Maria (stalls 38 and 39)

Fruit and vegetables. Free delivery anywhere around Melbourne metro area.
Contact Ange 0407 992 240 or Maria 0409 417 399.

Lionel (stall 56)

Fresh and frozen seafood.
Contact 0409 424 679.

David (stalls 59-61) 

Fresh Fruit and Vegetables. 
Contact davesfreshproduce@gmail.com or 0411 491 339.

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About the market

Every Saturday, Gleadell Street in Richmond is transformed into a bustling fresh food market, overflowing with seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh bread, herbs and other gourmet delights.

The Gleadell Street Market is plastic-free, so remember to bring your reusable shopping bag to carry your purchases. Stallholders are allowed to use biodegradable bags only and must not have them on display.

The market is owned and operated by Yarra City Council.

We hold a stallholders’ working group quarterly and all stallholders are invited.

Opening hours

The market is open on Saturdays from 7am to 1pm.

Location

Gleadell Street, Richmond VIC 3121

 

Getting there

Gleadell Street is 15 minutes east of Melbourne CBD. Catch tram 48 or 75 and disembark at Stop 19 – Richmond Town Hall.

How do I set up a stall?

Stallholders tend to stay for many years, and there are no casual stalls, so the turnover is very low.

Given the high demand for stalls, we are currently not accepting new applications to join the waiting list.

If you are interested in a stall at the Gleadell Street Saturday market you need to read the Gleadell Street Market Policy and the Gleadell Street Market Procedure and Protocols Manual.

How do I apply for a free community stall?

We provide a free market stall between 7am to 1pm each Saturday when the market is operating.

The stall is available for local Yarra community groups, school groups and not-for-profit organisations to assist their fundraising and promotional activities.

You can book the free community stall up to 3 times per year.

To apply you need to download, complete and submit a temporary public space application form.

You can submit your form via:

How do I apply for a marquee?

We have a marquee and folding table available for local Yarra community groups, school groups and not-for-profit organisations.

If you wish to book the marquee and/or table when using our community stall please tell one of our officers when making your application. If you do not make a specific request for these items prior to the day they may not be available.

You need to make a booking prior to market day.

On market day you need to meet our officer to collect and set-up the prior to the market opening (before 6:45 am). The officer will meet you at the close of market trading to collect these items.

For more information call Yarra City Council on 03 9205 5555 or email info@yarracity.vic.gov.au